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* 7.45 follow-up
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0,"TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_SEQ_00","Lord Hien has at last reached a decision."
1,"TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_SEQ_01","Lord Hien has agreed to the proposed exchange of prisoners on one condition: that Yotsuyu be granted exemption from the transaction should her memory fail to return by the appointed hour. Though plainly displeased by this stipulation, Asahi eventually consents, but not without making one final request: a moment to speak with his beloved sister in private. Hien duly grants his wish, and Asahi is admitted to Yotsuyu's quarters. Doing your best to ignore Gosetsu's obvious anxiety, you wait without, imagining the worst, but when Asahi finally emerges, he concedes that Yotsuyu's condition is not feigned, and entrusts her to Hien's care. It would seem that all is well."
2,"TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_SEQ_02","Having agreed upon the finer details of the exchange, there is naught left to do but bid Asahi and his associates farewell. You dutifully escort them back to their ship along the bank of the One River."
3,"TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_SEQ_03","Moments prior to departing, Asahi pulls you aside to offer special thanks. Or so he claims. With his back turned to the others, his smile quickly changes to a scowl, and he issues an ominous threat. Yet even as he begins to speak, you are overcome by a vision of the past, wherein you discover he is in fact a fervent admirer of the late Lord Zenos. Realizing you have witnessed his thoughts only serves to stoke the flames in his eyes, and he castigates you for presuming to oppose his master before stalking away. You watch openmouthed as his airship disappears into the distance, dumbfounded by his sudden show of petulance."
4,"TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_SEQ_04","Noting your troubled expression, Hien asks if something is amiss, and you distractedly recount your exchange with Asahi. The tale leaves Yugiri and Alisaie understandably aghast, but Hien appears unmoved. Though he concedes the incident does not bode well for the coming prisoner exchange, he remains determined to see it through. After assuring you that he will send word when all of the necessary preparations have been made, he bids you rest, and so you depart for Kugane together with Alphinaud and Alisaie."
5,"TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_SEQ_05","Despite your best efforts, the questions raised by Yotsuyu's return have yet to be satisfactorily answered, and the appearance of her stepbrother only adds to the uncertainty. Yet the light of hope cannot be suffered to dim. Regardless of Asahi's aims, you and yours must be ready, that Doma might never again fall under the shadow of imperial rule."
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24,"TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_TODO_00","Speak with Hien."
25,"TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_TODO_01","Speak with Hien."
26,"TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_TODO_02","Speak with Hien."
27,"TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_TODO_03","Speak with Hancock at the Ruby Bazaar in Kugane."
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48,"TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALPHINAUD_100_000","I had no idea Yotsuyu's return weighed so heavily on Lord Hien's mind..."
49,"TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALISAIE_105_000","I couldn't say if Yotsu─I mean, <Emphasis>Tsuyu's</Emphasis> predicament is the will of the kami, but Gosetsu certainly seems convinced."
50,"TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_HAKURO_110_000","It would seem Lord Hien has at last reached a decision. The uncertainty in his eyes has given way to resolve."
51,"TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_YUGIRI_115_000","Please tell me Lord Hien is ready to speak with the ambassador. The residents of the enclave grow restless for want of news."
52,"TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ASAHI_120_000","Have you heard aught from Lord Hien? I had hoped he might have had sufficient time to consider my proposal."
53,"TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_MAXIMA_125_000","The Empire works for the betterment of all. But I see the fear in these people's eyes... Mistakes have been made."
54,"TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_KIENKANGATEKEEPER03028_000_010","Lord Hien is expecting you. May I show you in?"
55,"TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_EVENTAREA_WARP_000_011","Enter the Kienkan?"
56,"TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_HIEN_000_000","With Yotsuyu safely in Gosetsu's care, all that remains is to answer Asahi's proposal. I realize other matters demand your attention, but I would ask that you stay awhile longer to see this business through."
57,"TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_GOSETSU_000_048","Forgive me, my lord, but...has he not been gone overlong? Perhaps I should─"
58,"TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_HIEN_000_049","Calm yourself, Gosetsu. I understand your concern, but we have to wait. He deserves that much."
59,"TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ASAHI_000_050","I am sorry to have kept you all waiting. Thank you for your understanding."
60,"TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ASAHI_000_051","Long did I dream of this reunion, but never did I imagine it would be so joyless. A part of me hoped your stories of her condition were just that. But alas, it is as you say."
61,"TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_GOSETSU_000_052","Tsuyu... Do you remember anything of this man? Anything at all?"
62,"TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_YOTSUYU_000_053","I... No."
63,"TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ASAHI_000_054","I am a stranger to her. That much was clear to me from a single look. I leave her in your care."
64,"TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_HIEN_100_054","As you wish."
65,"TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ASAHI_000_055","Now, if you will excuse me, my superiors are long overdue a report. They will be elated to hear of our agreement, of that I have no doubt."
66,"TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ASAHI_000_056","As for the exchange itself, once I have obtained the relevant permissions, I will arrange for your people to be relieved of their various duties, and sent here to Yanxia. This will take time, of course..."
67,"TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_HIEN_000_057","Of course. You may rest assured your soldiers will be well cared for until your return. We will also begin taking steps to better counter the threat of the Kojin and their eikon."
68,"TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_HIEN_000_058","Before you take your leave─there is one other matter...
0,TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_SEQ_00,Lord Hien has at last reached a decision.
1,TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_SEQ_01,"Lord Hien has agreed to the proposed exchange of prisoners on one condition: that Yotsuyu be granted exemption from the transaction should her memory fail to return by the appointed hour. Though plainly displeased by this stipulation, Asahi eventually consents, but not without making one final request: a moment to speak with his beloved sister in private. Hien duly grants his wish, and Asahi is admitted to Yotsuyu's quarters. Doing your best to ignore Gosetsu's obvious anxiety, you wait without, imagining the worst, but when Asahi finally emerges, he concedes that Yotsuyu's condition is not feigned, and entrusts her to Hien's care. It would seem that all is well."
2,TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_SEQ_02,"Having agreed upon the finer details of the exchange, there is naught left to do but bid Asahi and his associates farewell. You dutifully escort them back to their ship along the bank of the One River."
3,TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_SEQ_03,"Moments prior to departing, Asahi pulls you aside to offer special thanks. Or so he claims. With his back turned to the others, his smile quickly changes to a scowl, and he issues an ominous threat. Yet even as he begins to speak, you are overcome by a vision of the past, wherein you discover he is in fact a fervent admirer of the late Lord Zenos. Realizing you have witnessed his thoughts only serves to stoke the flames in his eyes, and he castigates you for presuming to oppose his master before stalking away. You watch openmouthed as his airship disappears into the distance, dumbfounded by his sudden show of petulance."
4,TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_SEQ_04,"Noting your troubled expression, Hien asks if something is amiss, and you distractedly recount your exchange with Asahi. The tale leaves Yugiri and Alisaie understandably aghast, but Hien appears unmoved. Though he concedes the incident does not bode well for the coming prisoner exchange, he remains determined to see it through. After assuring you that he will send word when all of the necessary preparations have been made, he bids you rest, and so you depart for Kugane together with Alphinaud and Alisaie."
5,TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_SEQ_05,"Despite your best efforts, the questions raised by Yotsuyu's return have yet to be satisfactorily answered, and the appearance of her stepbrother only adds to the uncertainty. Yet the light of hope cannot be suffered to dim. Regardless of Asahi's aims, you and yours must be ready, that Doma might never again fall under the shadow of imperial rule."
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24,TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_TODO_00,Speak with Hien.
25,TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_TODO_01,Speak with Hien.
26,TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_TODO_02,Speak with Hien.
27,TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_TODO_03,Speak with Hancock at the Ruby Bazaar in Kugane.
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48,TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALPHINAUD_100_000,I had no idea Yotsuyu's return weighed so heavily on Lord Hien's mind...
49,TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALISAIE_105_000,"I couldn't say if Yotsu─I mean, *Tsuyu's* predicament is the will of the kami, but Gosetsu certainly seems convinced."
50,TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_HAKURO_110_000,It would seem Lord Hien has at last reached a decision. The uncertainty in his eyes has given way to resolve.
51,TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_YUGIRI_115_000,Please tell me Lord Hien is ready to speak with the ambassador. The residents of the enclave grow restless for want of news.
52,TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ASAHI_120_000,Have you heard aught from Lord Hien? I had hoped he might have had sufficient time to consider my proposal.
53,TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_MAXIMA_125_000,The Empire works for the betterment of all. But I see the fear in these people's eyes... Mistakes have been made.
54,TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_KIENKANGATEKEEPER03028_000_010,Lord Hien is expecting you. May I show you in?
55,TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_EVENTAREA_WARP_000_011,Enter the Kienkan?
56,TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_HIEN_000_000,"With Yotsuyu safely in Gosetsu's care, all that remains is to answer Asahi's proposal. I realize other matters demand your attention, but I would ask that you stay awhile longer to see this business through."
57,TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_GOSETSU_000_048,"Forgive me, my lord, but...has he not been gone overlong? Perhaps I should─"
58,TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_HIEN_000_049,"Calm yourself, Gosetsu. I understand your concern, but we have to wait. He deserves that much."
59,TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ASAHI_000_050,I am sorry to have kept you all waiting. Thank you for your understanding.
60,TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ASAHI_000_051,"Long did I dream of this reunion, but never did I imagine it would be so joyless. A part of me hoped your stories of her condition were just that. But alas, it is as you say."
61,TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_GOSETSU_000_052,Tsuyu... Do you remember anything of this man? Anything at all?
62,TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_YOTSUYU_000_053,I... No.
63,TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ASAHI_000_054,I am a stranger to her. That much was clear to me from a single look. I leave her in your care.
64,TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_HIEN_100_054,As you wish.
65,TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ASAHI_000_055,"Now, if you will excuse me, my superiors are long overdue a report. They will be elated to hear of our agreement, of that I have no doubt."
66,TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ASAHI_000_056,"As for the exchange itself, once I have obtained the relevant permissions, I will arrange for your people to be relieved of their various duties, and sent here to Yanxia. This will take time, of course..."
67,TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_HIEN_000_057,Of course. You may rest assured your soldiers will be well cared for until your return. We will also begin taking steps to better counter the threat of the Kojin and their eikon.
68,TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_HIEN_000_058,"Before you take your leave─there is one other matter...
I am informed it was you who took the lead in rescuing two young Domans from a band of Kojin sellswords. I have not yet had the time to thank you properly."
69,"TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ASAHI_000_059","Please, there is no need to thank me. I only did what anyone would do under the circumstances. Fortunately, I was in good company at the time."
70,"TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ASAHI_000_060","The blight of the Red Kojin is of the Empire's making. Were it not for our transgressions, those children would not have needed saving."
71,"TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ASAHI_000_061","The people of Doma have suffered enough, my lord. And I promise to do all in my power to spare them further pain, be it at the hands of the Kojin, or indeed the Empire."
72,"TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_HIEN_000_062","I pray the Emperor will see things as you do. There may yet be hope for us all."
73,"TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ASAHI_000_063","Until we meet again."
74,"TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_HIEN_000_064","Gosetsu. As before, I leave Yotsuyu to you."
75,"TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_HIEN_000_065","I invite the rest of you to join me outside. Let's treat Asahi to a proper farewell."
76,"TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALPHINAUD_000_070","Without the threat of imperial attack hanging over our heads, we may devote our energies to dealing with the Red Kojin. And then there will be nothing left to impede Doma's restoration."
77,"TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALISAIE_000_073","If only our previous encounters with the Empire had been this cordial. Here's to the future, I suppose..."
78,"TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_YUGIRI_000_075","I wondered if the sight of her stepbrother might bring Yotsuyu back to her senses...but mayhap nothing will. Nevertheless, we must continue to watch her until we can be certain that her condition is permanent."
79,"TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ASAHI_000_078","If my dear sister's memory does not return, I pray you will take good care of her."
80,"TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_MAXIMA_000_080","Lord Hien has made a wise decision. Our superiors will be pleased."
81,"TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_HAKURO_000_083","If Yotsuyu is to remain in Doma for good, we cannot keep her confined to this manor. The people must be made to see that she is no longer the monster they remember."
82,"TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_HIEN_000_090","The ambassador's airship awaits at Castrum Fluminis. Let us be off."
83,"TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALPHINAUD_000_100","Are you quite well? You looked as if you were about to faint in the ambassador's arms for a moment there."
84,"TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALISAIE_000_103","Why the frown? Did he say something to upset you?"
85,"TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_YUGIRI_000_105","I thought perhaps now we could be at ease, but your expression suggests otherwise. What troubles you, <Split(<Highlight>ObjectParameter(1)</Highlight>, ,1)/>?"
86,"TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALISAIE_000_149","It makes no sense. Why would he bother keeping up the pretense for so long, only to drop it right before the very end?"
87,"TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALPHINAUD_101_149","Perhaps he no longer thought it necessary, having secured Doma's cooperation in the prisoner exchange."
88,"TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_HIEN_102_149","If he truly is a disciple of Zenos, 'tis possible emotions simply got the better of him. Remaining calm around the <If(PlayerParameter(4))>woman<Else/>man</If> who slew his lord will have taken its toll."
89,"TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_HIEN_000_150","Whatever the explanation, now is not the time for hasty reprisals."
90,"TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_HIEN_000_151","We shall proceed as planned. The Red Kojin must be placed under surveillance and the Garlean prisoners made ready for the exchange...
69,TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ASAHI_000_059,"Please, there is no need to thank me. I only did what anyone would do under the circumstances. Fortunately, I was in good company at the time."
70,TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ASAHI_000_060,"The blight of the Red Kojin is of the Empire's making. Were it not for our transgressions, those children would not have needed saving."
71,TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ASAHI_000_061,"The people of Doma have suffered enough, my lord. And I promise to do all in my power to spare them further pain, be it at the hands of the Kojin, or indeed the Empire."
72,TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_HIEN_000_062,I pray the Emperor will see things as you do. There may yet be hope for us all.
73,TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ASAHI_000_063,Until we meet again.
74,TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_HIEN_000_064,"Gosetsu. As before, I leave Yotsuyu to you."
75,TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_HIEN_000_065,I invite the rest of you to join me outside. Let's treat Asahi to a proper farewell.
76,TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALPHINAUD_000_070,"Without the threat of imperial attack hanging over our heads, we may devote our energies to dealing with the Red Kojin. And then there will be nothing left to impede Doma's restoration."
77,TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALISAIE_000_073,"If only our previous encounters with the Empire had been this cordial. Here's to the future, I suppose..."
78,TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_YUGIRI_000_075,"I wondered if the sight of her stepbrother might bring Yotsuyu back to her senses...but mayhap nothing will. Nevertheless, we must continue to watch her until we can be certain that her condition is permanent."
79,TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ASAHI_000_078,"If my dear sister's memory does not return, I pray you will take good care of her."
80,TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_MAXIMA_000_080,Lord Hien has made a wise decision. Our superiors will be pleased.
81,TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_HAKURO_000_083,"If Yotsuyu is to remain in Doma for good, we cannot keep her confined to this manor. The people must be made to see that she is no longer the monster they remember."
82,TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_HIEN_000_090,The ambassador's airship awaits at Castrum Fluminis. Let us be off.
83,TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALPHINAUD_000_100,Are you quite well? You looked as if you were about to faint in the ambassador's arms for a moment there.
84,TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALISAIE_000_103,Why the frown? Did he say something to upset you?
85,TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_YUGIRI_000_105,"I thought perhaps now we could be at ease, but your expression suggests otherwise. What troubles you, Player?"
86,TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALISAIE_000_149,"It makes no sense. Why would he bother keeping up the pretense for so long, only to drop it right before the very end?"
87,TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALPHINAUD_101_149,"Perhaps he no longer thought it necessary, having secured Doma's cooperation in the prisoner exchange."
88,TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_HIEN_102_149,"If he truly is a disciple of Zenos, 'tis possible emotions simply got the better of him. Remaining calm around the woman who slew his lord will have taken its toll."
89,TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_HIEN_000_150,"Whatever the explanation, now is not the time for hasty reprisals."
90,TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_HIEN_000_151,"We shall proceed as planned. The Red Kojin must be placed under surveillance and the Garlean prisoners made ready for the exchange...
But you need not concern yourself with the details."
91,"TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_HIEN_000_152","Leave the affairs of Doma to us. When the hour of the exchange draws near, we will call for you."
92,"TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALPHINAUD_000_153","I should certainly hope so. Whatever the Empire's true intent, we would be on hand to play our part, either to defend Doma, or to help usher in a lasting peace."
93,"TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALPHINAUD_000_154","I had thought we might use this time to return to Eorzea, but given the volatility of the situation, mayhap it would be best if we remained in Kugane."
94,"TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALISAIE_000_156","Agreed. Between Yotsuyu's amnesia and Asahi's dubious agenda, I'd say we have ample reason to remain in the neighborhood.
91,TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_HIEN_000_152,"Leave the affairs of Doma to us. When the hour of the exchange draws near, we will call for you."
92,TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALPHINAUD_000_153,"I should certainly hope so. Whatever the Empire's true intent, we would be on hand to play our part, either to defend Doma, or to help usher in a lasting peace."
93,TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALPHINAUD_000_154,"I had thought we might use this time to return to Eorzea, but given the volatility of the situation, mayhap it would be best if we remained in Kugane."
94,TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALISAIE_000_156,"Agreed. Between Yotsuyu's amnesia and Asahi's dubious agenda, I'd say we have ample reason to remain in the neighborhood.
If anything should happen─anything at all─you must send for us at once."
95,"TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_HIEN_000_157","Oh, I will. On that you have my word. Charting a path through this sea of troubles promises to be difficult enough. I am not so proud as to attempt the feat alone."
96,"TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALPHINAUD_000_158","To Kugane, then. Tataru and the others must know of what transpired here."
97,"TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_HIEN_000_160","If what you saw of the ambassador is an indication of his true nature, this prisoner exchange may not be what it seems. In fact, I'm beginning to wonder if your encounter with the Red Kojin was more than mere happenstance."
98,"TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_YUGIRI_000_163","Soon we shall see if Asahi is true to his word. If not, I will be glad to cut out that silver tongue of his."
99,"TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALPHINAUD_000_165","Since we have naught else to attend to for the moment, perhaps this would be a good opportunity to look into the present state of Garlemald...? Though I should probably speak with Tataru first..."
100,"TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALISAIE_000_168","I don't envy Lord Hien. So much rests on his decision."
101,"TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_TATARU_000_170","Welcome back, <Split(<Highlight>ObjectParameter(1)</Highlight>, ,1)/>! We heard the good news about Gosetsu! I <Emphasis>knew</Emphasis> you'd find him!"
102,"TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_HANCOCK_000_180","...My. It seems you're all in quite the predicament. Well, should we receive any urgent missives from Doma, rest assured you will be the first to know of it."
103,"TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_TATARU_000_185","Yes, of course. We're pursuing a number of ventures to replenish our coffers, but I suppose that all can wait if any urgent news should come through the office."
104,"TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_TATARU_000_190","Yes, of course. We're discussing ideas to replenish our coffers, but I suppose that all can wait if any urgent news should come through the office."
105,"TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALPHINAUD_000_191","Ah... Ahem. About that... I wish to apologize, Tataru. It was reckless of me to make such a purchase without first consulting you. You may be certain, however, that I mean to reimburse the Scions, even if it means drawing upon my personal funds."
106,"TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_TATARU_000_192","That's very thoughtful of you, but I'm sure it won't come to that."
107,"TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_TATARU_000_193","If Soroban's business proposition is as promising as it sounds, <Split(<Highlight>ObjectParameter(1)</Highlight>, ,1)/> should have no difficulty wiping the red from our ledger."
108,"TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALPHINAUD_000_194","Forgive me, <Split(<Highlight>ObjectParameter(1)</Highlight>, ,1)/>. It would seem I have unwittingly heaped my financial troubles upon you. I swear I will pay you back."
109,"TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALPHINAUD_100_194","Though I fear I will struggle to cobble together anything of monetary value, knowledge I can gather in abundance. To start, I plan to investigate the divisions forming within the Empire. Mayhap Riol and his associates have heard something on the subject..."
110,"TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALPHINAUD_000_195","Regardless, the more we know about the politics of Garlemald, the better our chances of predicting the imperials' next move, which <Emphasis>might</Emphasis> yield you an advantage on the day of the prisoner exchange."
111,"TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALPHINAUD_000_196","Knowing what we do of Asahi's apparent resentment towards you, I cannot say what he hopes to gain from it."
112,"TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALPHINAUD_000_197","But if there is even the faintest chance that a lasting peace could be forged between Doma and the Empire, what choice have we but to try? Lord Hien had the right of it: Asahi may very well be a monster, but we must play his game. For now."
113,"TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ASAHI_000_400","Arranging the prisoner exchange proved easier than I thought."
114,"TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ASAHI_000_401","Yes, my lord will be most pleased. Everything is going according to plan."
95,TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_HIEN_000_157,"Oh, I will. On that you have my word. Charting a path through this sea of troubles promises to be difficult enough. I am not so proud as to attempt the feat alone."
96,TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALPHINAUD_000_158,"To Kugane, then. Tataru and the others must know of what transpired here."
97,TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_HIEN_000_160,"If what you saw of the ambassador is an indication of his true nature, this prisoner exchange may not be what it seems. In fact, I'm beginning to wonder if your encounter with the Red Kojin was more than mere happenstance."
98,TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_YUGIRI_000_163,"Soon we shall see if Asahi is true to his word. If not, I will be glad to cut out that silver tongue of his."
99,TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALPHINAUD_000_165,"Since we have naught else to attend to for the moment, perhaps this would be a good opportunity to look into the present state of Garlemald...? Though I should probably speak with Tataru first..."
100,TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALISAIE_000_168,I don't envy Lord Hien. So much rests on his decision.
101,TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_TATARU_000_170,"Welcome back, Player! We heard the good news about Gosetsu! I *knew* you'd find him!"
102,TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_HANCOCK_000_180,"...My. It seems you're all in quite the predicament. Well, should we receive any urgent missives from Doma, rest assured you will be the first to know of it."
103,TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_TATARU_000_185,"Yes, of course. We're pursuing a number of ventures to replenish our coffers, but I suppose that all can wait if any urgent news should come through the office."
104,TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_TATARU_000_190,"Yes, of course. We're discussing ideas to replenish our coffers, but I suppose that all can wait if any urgent news should come through the office."
105,TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALPHINAUD_000_191,"Ah... Ahem. About that... I wish to apologize, Tataru. It was reckless of me to make such a purchase without first consulting you. You may be certain, however, that I mean to reimburse the Scions, even if it means drawing upon my personal funds."
106,TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_TATARU_000_192,"That's very thoughtful of you, but I'm sure it won't come to that."
107,TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_TATARU_000_193,"If Soroban's business proposition is as promising as it sounds, Player should have no difficulty wiping the red from our ledger."
108,TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALPHINAUD_000_194,"Forgive me, Player. It would seem I have unwittingly heaped my financial troubles upon you. I swear I will pay you back."
109,TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALPHINAUD_100_194,"Though I fear I will struggle to cobble together anything of monetary value, knowledge I can gather in abundance. To start, I plan to investigate the divisions forming within the Empire. Mayhap Riol and his associates have heard something on the subject..."
110,TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALPHINAUD_000_195,"Regardless, the more we know about the politics of Garlemald, the better our chances of predicting the imperials' next move, which *might* yield you an advantage on the day of the prisoner exchange."
111,TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALPHINAUD_000_196,"Knowing what we do of Asahi's apparent resentment towards you, I cannot say what he hopes to gain from it."
112,TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALPHINAUD_000_197,"But if there is even the faintest chance that a lasting peace could be forged between Doma and the Empire, what choice have we but to try? Lord Hien had the right of it: Asahi may very well be a monster, but we must play his game. For now."
113,TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ASAHI_000_400,Arranging the prisoner exchange proved easier than I thought.
114,TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ASAHI_000_401,"Yes, my lord will be most pleased. Everything is going according to plan."
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2 # 1 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_SEQ_01 Lord Hien has agreed to the proposed exchange of prisoners on one condition: that Yotsuyu be granted exemption from the transaction should her memory fail to return by the appointed hour. Though plainly displeased by this stipulation, Asahi eventually consents, but not without making one final request: a moment to speak with his beloved sister in private. Hien duly grants his wish, and Asahi is admitted to Yotsuyu's quarters. Doing your best to ignore Gosetsu's obvious anxiety, you wait without, imagining the worst, but when Asahi finally emerges, he concedes that Yotsuyu's condition is not feigned, and entrusts her to Hien's care. It would seem that all is well.
3 int32 str 2 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_SEQ_02 str Having agreed upon the finer details of the exchange, there is naught left to do but bid Asahi and his associates farewell. You dutifully escort them back to their ship along the bank of the One River.
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5 1 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_SEQ_01 4 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_SEQ_04 Lord Hien has agreed to the proposed exchange of prisoners on one condition: that Yotsuyu be granted exemption from the transaction should her memory fail to return by the appointed hour. Though plainly displeased by this stipulation, Asahi eventually consents, but not without making one final request: a moment to speak with his beloved sister in private. Hien duly grants his wish, and Asahi is admitted to Yotsuyu's quarters. Doing your best to ignore Gosetsu's obvious anxiety, you wait without, imagining the worst, but when Asahi finally emerges, he concedes that Yotsuyu's condition is not feigned, and entrusts her to Hien's care. It would seem that all is well. Noting your troubled expression, Hien asks if something is amiss, and you distractedly recount your exchange with Asahi. The tale leaves Yugiri and Alisaie understandably aghast, but Hien appears unmoved. Though he concedes the incident does not bode well for the coming prisoner exchange, he remains determined to see it through. After assuring you that he will send word when all of the necessary preparations have been made, he bids you rest, and so you depart for Kugane together with Alphinaud and Alisaie.
6 2 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_SEQ_02 5 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_SEQ_05 Having agreed upon the finer details of the exchange, there is naught left to do but bid Asahi and his associates farewell. You dutifully escort them back to their ship along the bank of the One River. Despite your best efforts, the questions raised by Yotsuyu's return have yet to be satisfactorily answered, and the appearance of her stepbrother only adds to the uncertainty. Yet the light of hope cannot be suffered to dim. Regardless of Asahi's aims, you and yours must be ready, that Doma might never again fall under the shadow of imperial rule.
7 3 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_SEQ_03 6 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_SEQ_06 Moments prior to departing, Asahi pulls you aside to offer special thanks. Or so he claims. With his back turned to the others, his smile quickly changes to a scowl, and he issues an ominous threat. Yet even as he begins to speak, you are overcome by a vision of the past, wherein you discover he is in fact a fervent admirer of the late Lord Zenos. Realizing you have witnessed his thoughts only serves to stoke the flames in his eyes, and he castigates you for presuming to oppose his master before stalking away. You watch openmouthed as his airship disappears into the distance, dumbfounded by his sudden show of petulance.
8 4 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_SEQ_04 7 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_SEQ_07 Noting your troubled expression, Hien asks if something is amiss, and you distractedly recount your exchange with Asahi. The tale leaves Yugiri and Alisaie understandably aghast, but Hien appears unmoved. Though he concedes the incident does not bode well for the coming prisoner exchange, he remains determined to see it through. After assuring you that he will send word when all of the necessary preparations have been made, he bids you rest, and so you depart for Kugane together with Alphinaud and Alisaie.
9 5 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_SEQ_05 8 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_SEQ_08 Despite your best efforts, the questions raised by Yotsuyu's return have yet to be satisfactorily answered, and the appearance of her stepbrother only adds to the uncertainty. Yet the light of hope cannot be suffered to dim. Regardless of Asahi's aims, you and yours must be ready, that Doma might never again fall under the shadow of imperial rule.
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28 24 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_TODO_00 27 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_TODO_03 Speak with Hien. Speak with Hancock at the Ruby Bazaar in Kugane.
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49 45 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_TODO_21 48 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALPHINAUD_100_000 I had no idea Yotsuyu's return weighed so heavily on Lord Hien's mind...
50 46 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_TODO_22 49 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALISAIE_105_000 I couldn't say if Yotsu─I mean, *Tsuyu's* predicament is the will of the kami, but Gosetsu certainly seems convinced.
51 47 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_TODO_23 50 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_HAKURO_110_000 It would seem Lord Hien has at last reached a decision. The uncertainty in his eyes has given way to resolve.
52 48 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALPHINAUD_100_000 51 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_YUGIRI_115_000 I had no idea Yotsuyu's return weighed so heavily on Lord Hien's mind... Please tell me Lord Hien is ready to speak with the ambassador. The residents of the enclave grow restless for want of news.
53 49 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALISAIE_105_000 52 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ASAHI_120_000 I couldn't say if Yotsu─I mean, <Emphasis>Tsuyu's</Emphasis> predicament is the will of the kami, but Gosetsu certainly seems convinced. Have you heard aught from Lord Hien? I had hoped he might have had sufficient time to consider my proposal.
54 50 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_HAKURO_110_000 53 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_MAXIMA_125_000 It would seem Lord Hien has at last reached a decision. The uncertainty in his eyes has given way to resolve. The Empire works for the betterment of all. But I see the fear in these people's eyes... Mistakes have been made.
55 51 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_YUGIRI_115_000 54 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_KIENKANGATEKEEPER03028_000_010 Please tell me Lord Hien is ready to speak with the ambassador. The residents of the enclave grow restless for want of news. Lord Hien is expecting you. May I show you in?
56 52 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ASAHI_120_000 55 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_EVENTAREA_WARP_000_011 Have you heard aught from Lord Hien? I had hoped he might have had sufficient time to consider my proposal. Enter the Kienkan?
57 53 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_MAXIMA_125_000 56 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_HIEN_000_000 The Empire works for the betterment of all. But I see the fear in these people's eyes... Mistakes have been made. With Yotsuyu safely in Gosetsu's care, all that remains is to answer Asahi's proposal. I realize other matters demand your attention, but I would ask that you stay awhile longer to see this business through.
58 54 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_KIENKANGATEKEEPER03028_000_010 57 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_GOSETSU_000_048 Lord Hien is expecting you. May I show you in? Forgive me, my lord, but...has he not been gone overlong? Perhaps I should─
59 55 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_EVENTAREA_WARP_000_011 58 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_HIEN_000_049 Enter the Kienkan? Calm yourself, Gosetsu. I understand your concern, but we have to wait. He deserves that much.
60 56 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_HIEN_000_000 59 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ASAHI_000_050 With Yotsuyu safely in Gosetsu's care, all that remains is to answer Asahi's proposal. I realize other matters demand your attention, but I would ask that you stay awhile longer to see this business through. I am sorry to have kept you all waiting. Thank you for your understanding.
61 57 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_GOSETSU_000_048 60 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ASAHI_000_051 Forgive me, my lord, but...has he not been gone overlong? Perhaps I should─ Long did I dream of this reunion, but never did I imagine it would be so joyless. A part of me hoped your stories of her condition were just that. But alas, it is as you say.
62 58 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_HIEN_000_049 61 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_GOSETSU_000_052 Calm yourself, Gosetsu. I understand your concern, but we have to wait. He deserves that much. Tsuyu... Do you remember anything of this man? Anything at all?
63 59 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ASAHI_000_050 62 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_YOTSUYU_000_053 I am sorry to have kept you all waiting. Thank you for your understanding. I... No.
64 60 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ASAHI_000_051 63 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ASAHI_000_054 Long did I dream of this reunion, but never did I imagine it would be so joyless. A part of me hoped your stories of her condition were just that. But alas, it is as you say. I am a stranger to her. That much was clear to me from a single look. I leave her in your care.
65 61 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_GOSETSU_000_052 64 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_HIEN_100_054 Tsuyu... Do you remember anything of this man? Anything at all? As you wish.
66 62 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_YOTSUYU_000_053 65 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ASAHI_000_055 I... No. Now, if you will excuse me, my superiors are long overdue a report. They will be elated to hear of our agreement, of that I have no doubt.
67 63 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ASAHI_000_054 66 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ASAHI_000_056 I am a stranger to her. That much was clear to me from a single look. I leave her in your care. As for the exchange itself, once I have obtained the relevant permissions, I will arrange for your people to be relieved of their various duties, and sent here to Yanxia. This will take time, of course...
68 64 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_HIEN_100_054 67 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_HIEN_000_057 As you wish. Of course. You may rest assured your soldiers will be well cared for until your return. We will also begin taking steps to better counter the threat of the Kojin and their eikon.
69 65 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ASAHI_000_055 68 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_HIEN_000_058 Now, if you will excuse me, my superiors are long overdue a report. They will be elated to hear of our agreement, of that I have no doubt. Before you take your leave─there is one other matter... I am informed it was you who took the lead in rescuing two young Domans from a band of Kojin sellswords. I have not yet had the time to thank you properly.
66 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ASAHI_000_056 As for the exchange itself, once I have obtained the relevant permissions, I will arrange for your people to be relieved of their various duties, and sent here to Yanxia. This will take time, of course...
67 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_HIEN_000_057 Of course. You may rest assured your soldiers will be well cared for until your return. We will also begin taking steps to better counter the threat of the Kojin and their eikon.
68 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_HIEN_000_058 Before you take your leave─there is one other matter... I am informed it was you who took the lead in rescuing two young Domans from a band of Kojin sellswords. I have not yet had the time to thank you properly.
70 69 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ASAHI_000_059 69 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ASAHI_000_059 Please, there is no need to thank me. I only did what anyone would do under the circumstances. Fortunately, I was in good company at the time. Please, there is no need to thank me. I only did what anyone would do under the circumstances. Fortunately, I was in good company at the time.
71 70 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ASAHI_000_060 70 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ASAHI_000_060 The blight of the Red Kojin is of the Empire's making. Were it not for our transgressions, those children would not have needed saving. The blight of the Red Kojin is of the Empire's making. Were it not for our transgressions, those children would not have needed saving.
72 71 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ASAHI_000_061 71 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ASAHI_000_061 The people of Doma have suffered enough, my lord. And I promise to do all in my power to spare them further pain, be it at the hands of the Kojin, or indeed the Empire. The people of Doma have suffered enough, my lord. And I promise to do all in my power to spare them further pain, be it at the hands of the Kojin, or indeed the Empire.
73 72 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_HIEN_000_062 72 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_HIEN_000_062 I pray the Emperor will see things as you do. There may yet be hope for us all. I pray the Emperor will see things as you do. There may yet be hope for us all.
74 73 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ASAHI_000_063 73 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ASAHI_000_063 Until we meet again. Until we meet again.
75 74 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_HIEN_000_064 74 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_HIEN_000_064 Gosetsu. As before, I leave Yotsuyu to you. Gosetsu. As before, I leave Yotsuyu to you.
76 75 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_HIEN_000_065 75 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_HIEN_000_065 I invite the rest of you to join me outside. Let's treat Asahi to a proper farewell. I invite the rest of you to join me outside. Let's treat Asahi to a proper farewell.
77 76 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALPHINAUD_000_070 76 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALPHINAUD_000_070 Without the threat of imperial attack hanging over our heads, we may devote our energies to dealing with the Red Kojin. And then there will be nothing left to impede Doma's restoration. Without the threat of imperial attack hanging over our heads, we may devote our energies to dealing with the Red Kojin. And then there will be nothing left to impede Doma's restoration.
78 77 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALISAIE_000_073 77 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALISAIE_000_073 If only our previous encounters with the Empire had been this cordial. Here's to the future, I suppose... If only our previous encounters with the Empire had been this cordial. Here's to the future, I suppose...
79 78 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_YUGIRI_000_075 78 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_YUGIRI_000_075 I wondered if the sight of her stepbrother might bring Yotsuyu back to her senses...but mayhap nothing will. Nevertheless, we must continue to watch her until we can be certain that her condition is permanent. I wondered if the sight of her stepbrother might bring Yotsuyu back to her senses...but mayhap nothing will. Nevertheless, we must continue to watch her until we can be certain that her condition is permanent.
80 79 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ASAHI_000_078 79 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ASAHI_000_078 If my dear sister's memory does not return, I pray you will take good care of her. If my dear sister's memory does not return, I pray you will take good care of her.
81 80 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_MAXIMA_000_080 80 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_MAXIMA_000_080 Lord Hien has made a wise decision. Our superiors will be pleased. Lord Hien has made a wise decision. Our superiors will be pleased.
82 81 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_HAKURO_000_083 81 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_HAKURO_000_083 If Yotsuyu is to remain in Doma for good, we cannot keep her confined to this manor. The people must be made to see that she is no longer the monster they remember. If Yotsuyu is to remain in Doma for good, we cannot keep her confined to this manor. The people must be made to see that she is no longer the monster they remember.
83 82 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_HIEN_000_090 82 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_HIEN_000_090 The ambassador's airship awaits at Castrum Fluminis. Let us be off. The ambassador's airship awaits at Castrum Fluminis. Let us be off.
84 83 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALPHINAUD_000_100 83 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALPHINAUD_000_100 Are you quite well? You looked as if you were about to faint in the ambassador's arms for a moment there. Are you quite well? You looked as if you were about to faint in the ambassador's arms for a moment there.
85 84 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALISAIE_000_103 84 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALISAIE_000_103 Why the frown? Did he say something to upset you? Why the frown? Did he say something to upset you?
86 85 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_YUGIRI_000_105 85 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_YUGIRI_000_105 I thought perhaps now we could be at ease, but your expression suggests otherwise. What troubles you, <Split(<Highlight>ObjectParameter(1)</Highlight>, ,1)/>? I thought perhaps now we could be at ease, but your expression suggests otherwise. What troubles you, Player?
87 86 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALISAIE_000_149 86 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALISAIE_000_149 It makes no sense. Why would he bother keeping up the pretense for so long, only to drop it right before the very end? It makes no sense. Why would he bother keeping up the pretense for so long, only to drop it right before the very end?
88 87 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALPHINAUD_101_149 87 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALPHINAUD_101_149 Perhaps he no longer thought it necessary, having secured Doma's cooperation in the prisoner exchange. Perhaps he no longer thought it necessary, having secured Doma's cooperation in the prisoner exchange.
89 88 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_HIEN_102_149 88 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_HIEN_102_149 If he truly is a disciple of Zenos, 'tis possible emotions simply got the better of him. Remaining calm around the <If(PlayerParameter(4))>woman<Else/>man</If> who slew his lord will have taken its toll. If he truly is a disciple of Zenos, 'tis possible emotions simply got the better of him. Remaining calm around the woman who slew his lord will have taken its toll.
90 89 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_HIEN_000_150 89 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_HIEN_000_150 Whatever the explanation, now is not the time for hasty reprisals. Whatever the explanation, now is not the time for hasty reprisals.
91 90 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_HIEN_000_151 90 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_HIEN_000_151 We shall proceed as planned. The Red Kojin must be placed under surveillance and the Garlean prisoners made ready for the exchange... But you need not concern yourself with the details. We shall proceed as planned. The Red Kojin must be placed under surveillance and the Garlean prisoners made ready for the exchange... But you need not concern yourself with the details.
92 91 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_HIEN_000_152 91 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_HIEN_000_152 Leave the affairs of Doma to us. When the hour of the exchange draws near, we will call for you. Leave the affairs of Doma to us. When the hour of the exchange draws near, we will call for you.
93 92 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALPHINAUD_000_153 92 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALPHINAUD_000_153 I should certainly hope so. Whatever the Empire's true intent, we would be on hand to play our part, either to defend Doma, or to help usher in a lasting peace. I should certainly hope so. Whatever the Empire's true intent, we would be on hand to play our part, either to defend Doma, or to help usher in a lasting peace.
94 93 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALPHINAUD_000_154 93 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALPHINAUD_000_154 I had thought we might use this time to return to Eorzea, but given the volatility of the situation, mayhap it would be best if we remained in Kugane. I had thought we might use this time to return to Eorzea, but given the volatility of the situation, mayhap it would be best if we remained in Kugane.
95 94 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALISAIE_000_156 94 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALISAIE_000_156 Agreed. Between Yotsuyu's amnesia and Asahi's dubious agenda, I'd say we have ample reason to remain in the neighborhood. If anything should happen─anything at all─you must send for us at once. Agreed. Between Yotsuyu's amnesia and Asahi's dubious agenda, I'd say we have ample reason to remain in the neighborhood. If anything should happen─anything at all─you must send for us at once.
96 95 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_HIEN_000_157 95 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_HIEN_000_157 Oh, I will. On that you have my word. Charting a path through this sea of troubles promises to be difficult enough. I am not so proud as to attempt the feat alone. Oh, I will. On that you have my word. Charting a path through this sea of troubles promises to be difficult enough. I am not so proud as to attempt the feat alone.
97 96 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALPHINAUD_000_158 96 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALPHINAUD_000_158 To Kugane, then. Tataru and the others must know of what transpired here. To Kugane, then. Tataru and the others must know of what transpired here.
98 97 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_HIEN_000_160 97 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_HIEN_000_160 If what you saw of the ambassador is an indication of his true nature, this prisoner exchange may not be what it seems. In fact, I'm beginning to wonder if your encounter with the Red Kojin was more than mere happenstance. If what you saw of the ambassador is an indication of his true nature, this prisoner exchange may not be what it seems. In fact, I'm beginning to wonder if your encounter with the Red Kojin was more than mere happenstance.
99 98 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_YUGIRI_000_163 98 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_YUGIRI_000_163 Soon we shall see if Asahi is true to his word. If not, I will be glad to cut out that silver tongue of his. Soon we shall see if Asahi is true to his word. If not, I will be glad to cut out that silver tongue of his.
100 99 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALPHINAUD_000_165 99 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALPHINAUD_000_165 Since we have naught else to attend to for the moment, perhaps this would be a good opportunity to look into the present state of Garlemald...? Though I should probably speak with Tataru first... Since we have naught else to attend to for the moment, perhaps this would be a good opportunity to look into the present state of Garlemald...? Though I should probably speak with Tataru first...
101 100 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALISAIE_000_168 100 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALISAIE_000_168 I don't envy Lord Hien. So much rests on his decision. I don't envy Lord Hien. So much rests on his decision.
102 101 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_TATARU_000_170 101 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_TATARU_000_170 Welcome back, <Split(<Highlight>ObjectParameter(1)</Highlight>, ,1)/>! We heard the good news about Gosetsu! I <Emphasis>knew</Emphasis> you'd find him! Welcome back, Player! We heard the good news about Gosetsu! I *knew* you'd find him!
103 102 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_HANCOCK_000_180 102 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_HANCOCK_000_180 ...My. It seems you're all in quite the predicament. Well, should we receive any urgent missives from Doma, rest assured you will be the first to know of it. ...My. It seems you're all in quite the predicament. Well, should we receive any urgent missives from Doma, rest assured you will be the first to know of it.
104 103 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_TATARU_000_185 103 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_TATARU_000_185 Yes, of course. We're pursuing a number of ventures to replenish our coffers, but I suppose that all can wait if any urgent news should come through the office. Yes, of course. We're pursuing a number of ventures to replenish our coffers, but I suppose that all can wait if any urgent news should come through the office.
105 104 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_TATARU_000_190 104 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_TATARU_000_190 Yes, of course. We're discussing ideas to replenish our coffers, but I suppose that all can wait if any urgent news should come through the office. Yes, of course. We're discussing ideas to replenish our coffers, but I suppose that all can wait if any urgent news should come through the office.
106 105 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALPHINAUD_000_191 105 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALPHINAUD_000_191 Ah... Ahem. About that... I wish to apologize, Tataru. It was reckless of me to make such a purchase without first consulting you. You may be certain, however, that I mean to reimburse the Scions, even if it means drawing upon my personal funds. Ah... Ahem. About that... I wish to apologize, Tataru. It was reckless of me to make such a purchase without first consulting you. You may be certain, however, that I mean to reimburse the Scions, even if it means drawing upon my personal funds.
107 106 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_TATARU_000_192 106 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_TATARU_000_192 That's very thoughtful of you, but I'm sure it won't come to that. That's very thoughtful of you, but I'm sure it won't come to that.
108 107 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_TATARU_000_193 107 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_TATARU_000_193 If Soroban's business proposition is as promising as it sounds, <Split(<Highlight>ObjectParameter(1)</Highlight>, ,1)/> should have no difficulty wiping the red from our ledger. If Soroban's business proposition is as promising as it sounds, Player should have no difficulty wiping the red from our ledger.
109 108 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALPHINAUD_000_194 108 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALPHINAUD_000_194 Forgive me, <Split(<Highlight>ObjectParameter(1)</Highlight>, ,1)/>. It would seem I have unwittingly heaped my financial troubles upon you. I swear I will pay you back. Forgive me, Player. It would seem I have unwittingly heaped my financial troubles upon you. I swear I will pay you back.
110 109 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALPHINAUD_100_194 109 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALPHINAUD_100_194 Though I fear I will struggle to cobble together anything of monetary value, knowledge I can gather in abundance. To start, I plan to investigate the divisions forming within the Empire. Mayhap Riol and his associates have heard something on the subject... Though I fear I will struggle to cobble together anything of monetary value, knowledge I can gather in abundance. To start, I plan to investigate the divisions forming within the Empire. Mayhap Riol and his associates have heard something on the subject...
111 110 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALPHINAUD_000_195 110 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALPHINAUD_000_195 Regardless, the more we know about the politics of Garlemald, the better our chances of predicting the imperials' next move, which <Emphasis>might</Emphasis> yield you an advantage on the day of the prisoner exchange. Regardless, the more we know about the politics of Garlemald, the better our chances of predicting the imperials' next move, which *might* yield you an advantage on the day of the prisoner exchange.
112 111 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALPHINAUD_000_196 111 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALPHINAUD_000_196 Knowing what we do of Asahi's apparent resentment towards you, I cannot say what he hopes to gain from it. Knowing what we do of Asahi's apparent resentment towards you, I cannot say what he hopes to gain from it.
113 112 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALPHINAUD_000_197 112 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ALPHINAUD_000_197 But if there is even the faintest chance that a lasting peace could be forged between Doma and the Empire, what choice have we but to try? Lord Hien had the right of it: Asahi may very well be a monster, but we must play his game. For now. But if there is even the faintest chance that a lasting peace could be forged between Doma and the Empire, what choice have we but to try? Lord Hien had the right of it: Asahi may very well be a monster, but we must play his game. For now.
114 113 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ASAHI_000_400 113 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ASAHI_000_400 Arranging the prisoner exchange proved easier than I thought. Arranging the prisoner exchange proved easier than I thought.
115 114 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ASAHI_000_401 114 TEXT_STMBDC108_03029_ASAHI_000_401 Yes, my lord will be most pleased. Everything is going according to plan. Yes, my lord will be most pleased. Everything is going according to plan.
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